University Chapels
The University has two Chapels:
Both date back to the fifteenth century.
The two chapels are very different, St Salvator's Chapel being much larger and more elaborate, St Leonard's Chapel smaller and simpler.
St Salvator's Chapel
From whatever direction you arrive in St Andrews the tower of St Salvator's Chapel can be seen standing out ever so distinctly above the rooftops. Just as distinctly, being within the Chapel, you can begin to sense its unique contribution to the life of the University and town. Whether you come as a student or staff member, as an alumni or visitor, we hope that, as you walk around, you will understand why the Chapel has inspired countless people ever since its completion in 1450.
Architecture
The Chapel was built for the purpose of prayer, so we invite you to share in its on-going life of prayer, whether by taking time to sit and pray, enjoying its silence or its music, or by joining in worship.
St Salvator's Chapel seats approximately 320. The pews face each other across the Chapel in collegiate style in the main part, with chairs facing forward in the ante-Chapel, behind a decorative screen.
Accessibility
Worship in the Chapels has detailed information on services for both Chapels.
The Chapel is equipped with wheelchair access and an induction loop.
St Salvator's Chapel is open from 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday for individual prayer and meditation. There is a very fine organ and organists practice as arranged by the Music Centre.
The Pier Walk normally follows the Sunday Service in St Salvator's Chapel.
St Leonard's Chapel
Situated within the grounds of St Leonard's School, it is much smaller and more intimate, seating approximately 60. It is built in traditional medieval style and here, too, the pews face each other in collegial style.
Accessibility
Worship in the Chapels has detailed information on services for both Chapels.
Wheelchair access is fairly easy, with only one small step needing to be negotiated.
St Leonard's Chapel is only open by arrangement.